Changes in the global political and economic environment challenge the market to meet new demands which call for the development of new, integrated processes and the optimization of conventional materials. Building on over 80 years of experience in the industry, KOCKS anticipates future trends and provides targeted support for trial rollings and respective research projects even at an early stage.
Every development project starts with a question: Will this work – and under which conditions? With the scope of the customer’s project in mind, KOCKS specialists provide detailed analysis and evaluation of feasibility.
At the end of each project, stands a detailed final report. This structured documentation helps customers to communicate results, support investment decisions and define next steps in process or product development.
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The testing facilities in Bremen, Northern Germany, are equipped with a KOCKS 3‑roll block that allows trials under realistic rolling conditions. The pilot equipment is designed to generate meaningful, transferable results – reducing uncertainty and supporting sound technical and economic decisions.
KOCKS Rolling Trials: Explore what is possible in your rolling process.
A major field of research at KOCKS has been the “rollability” of different materials and specialty steels. The hot rolling trials focus on process optimization and on rolling smallest possible sizes e.g. to provide material for filler and additive manufacturing, avoid high conventional production costs or reduce or eliminate intermediate heat treatments.
The test equipment is designed to conduct experiments on critical materials such as:
The pilot rolling mill is designed to mirror the behaviour of industrial KOCKS equipment, allowing trials under realistic rolling conditions. Adjustable pass designs and controlled process parameters make it possible to simulate different rolling routes and to systematically test new concepts before they are implemented in full‑scale production.
| Number of stands | 4 |
|---|---|
| Design size | 215 mm roll ring diameter |
| Entry diameter | max. 22 mm |
| Drive | Spider Block Design |
| Power of driving motor | 110 kW each |
| Exit rolling speed | up to 3.0 m/s |
| Total reduction of cross section | up to 48% |
| Furnace | Electric tube furnace |
| Max. Temperature | 1350 °C |
| Length of heated bar | 1.00 – 2.10 m |
Let’s find out what’s possible when it comes to rolling of demanding materials.